What’s the difference between the Preliminary Credential and the Certificate of Eligibility?

Candidates for the Administrative Services Credential can apply for a Certificate of Eligibility once they have completed all program requirements for their credential. The Certificate of Eligibility tells a prospective employer that you are eligible for a credential. It also means that you are not obligated to enroll in an ASC Clear program until you are awarded the Preliminary Credential. The Preliminary Credential can only be requested if the candidate has secured a job as an administrator.